About
Dr. Jennifer Ruh brings more than 30 years of family medicine experience to her Orchard Park practice. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Dartmouth College in 1980, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Duke University Medical Center awarded her Doctorate of Medicine in 1986. She completed a Family Medicine residency at Bremerton Naval Hospital and later an Obstetrics/Gynecology residency at the University of Buffalo Hospital Consortium.
Dr. Ruh served as a Naval Flight Surgeon from 1988 to 1992 and remained in the United States Naval Reserve through 1997. That aviation background led directly to her current role as a civilian senior aviation medical examiner. She holds certifications as a Clinical Densitometrist, Aviation Medical HIMS Examiner, and Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, along with Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support credentials. She serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Buffalo School of Medicine and as Medical Director for Good Samaritan Health Care Agency. Her clinical passion for osteoporosis reflects her broader philosophy: she sees prevention as central to good medicine. She belongs to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the International Society of Clinical Densitometrists, the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and several state and county medical societies. Inspired by her father, also a physician, she approaches every patient as an educator, partner, and advocate.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Dartmouth College, Bachelor of Arts, Religion, 1980
Medical School
Duke University Medical Center, Doctorate of Medicine, 1986
Residency
Family Medicine, Bremerton Naval Hospital (1986-1987); Obstetrics/Gynecology, University of Buffalo Hospital Consortium (1992-1993)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Ruh right for?
Dr. Ruh works well with adults of any age who want a prevention-focused, long-term relationship with their physician. Patients managing or at risk for osteoporosis benefit directly from her specialized training in screening and treatment. Licensed pilots and aviation professionals can use her practice for civilian aviation medical exams. Her care philosophy suits patients who want a physician who engages them as a partner, not just a provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ruh specializes in family medicine with a particular focus on osteoporosis screening, prevention, and treatment. She holds certification as a Clinical Densitometrist, reflecting her depth of expertise in bone health. She also manages the full range of primary care conditions across all adult age groups.
Dr. Ruh holds multiple certifications, including Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, Aviation Medical HIMS Examiner, and Clinical Densitometrist. She also maintains Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support credentials. Her medical degree comes from Duke University Medical Center.
Dr. Ruh describes her role as educator, partner, and advocate. She takes care of patients physically, emotionally, and sometimes spiritually. Her philosophy centers on prevention and helping patients pursue more optimal health, regardless of age. She draws that approach from her father, a family physician who practiced in Orchard Park for over 40 years.
Yes. Dr. Ruh serves as a civilian senior aviation medical examiner for pilots. Her background as a Naval Flight Surgeon from 1988 to 1992 informs this specialty. She holds certifications as both a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner and an Aviation Medical HIMS Examiner.
Dr. Ruh earned her medical degree from Duke University Medical Center in 1986. She completed a Family Medicine residency at Bremerton Naval Hospital and an Obstetrics/Gynecology residency at the University of Buffalo Hospital Consortium. She also served as a Naval Flight Surgeon for four years following her initial residency.
Yes. Dr. Ruh has served as an Associate Professor at the University of Buffalo School of Medicine since 1996. She also serves as Medical Director for Good Samaritan Health Care Agency, a role she has held since 2013.
Dr. Ruh has practiced family medicine in the Southtowns area of western New York for over 30 years. She grew up in Orchard Park and continues to practice there today. Her father, known as Dr. Joe, also practiced family medicine in the same community for more than 40 years.
Yes. Dr. Ruh makes herself available by phone after hours and on weekends, including for patients traveling abroad. Through MDVIP, the practice can also help coordinate care with local hospitals, pharmacies, or physicians when members need urgent attention while traveling.
Doctor profile last updated April 9, 2026